Lethbridge Police to conduct Charity Checkstop Dec. 2

LPS Cst. Brooklyn Peterson said the goal of Christmas Hope is to support families in need and ensure every child can receive meaningful gifts on Christmas morning.

“Lethbridge is such a generous community and I really think that our new location beside Park Place Mall will make it even more convenient for people to come and donate, especially when they’re already coming to do their own Christmas shopping,” said Peterson.

She added, “With all this support and the new location, my hope is that this will be the most successful Charity Checkstop to date.”

Michelle Gallucci, Director of Advancement & Communications with Lethbridge Family Services and a member of Christmas Hope, said the Charity Checkstop is an exciting shared experience that demonstrates kindness in the community.

“We believe that illuminating Christmas spirit is more important than ever for our children and families in Lethbridge who need assistance,” said Gallucci.

The 2023 edition of Christmas Hope launched on November 17 and organizers have committed to helping 3,500 adults and 6,500 children.

That is an increase from the 2022 Christmas Hope event, as recent reports have shown that visits to food banks in Lethbridge have doubled over the last year and that many Albertans are struggling to pay their bills.

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by David Opinko

Lethbridge Police to conduct Charity Checkstop Dec. 2

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